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Story and photos by Celeste Lodewyk World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) begins this Friday and kicking things off will be the annual 'Big Latch-On' event held at the Clubs of Marlborough from 10am. One mother who will be attending this year is
Blenheim midwife Tai Dixon. Last year the Sun profiled Tai about her breastfeeding experience with daughter Iona. It was a journey that began with some difficulty due to Tai's low milk supply and latching issues. continued page 2
Blenheim midwife Tai Dixon with her 15-month-old daughter Iona.
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St John most trustworthy By Adam Poulopoulos St John's pair of trustworthiness awards has delighted Marlborough territory manager Murray Neal. St John was announced as the most trusted charity, and paramedics as the second-most trusted profession, in the Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brands awards. It is the first time St John has won the charity category, and Mr Neal said it was important to achieve a balance. “We're often at important on-road type situations and seen as a fully-funded quasi-government organisation.
It's important that we're professional in all we do but now people recognise us as a charity too.” He said the awards would be a fillip for all involved. “A boost in awareness can certainly grow our numbers but I think it really gives a boost to the staff out there doing their job, whether in the ambulance, the emergency department or the shuttle drivers.” Right, Marlborough territory manager Murray Neal was delighted with the awards.
World Breastfeeding Week highlighted continued from page 1 Tai was fortunate enough to have had a friend, who was also breastfeeding, provide 'donor milk', as well as great support and advice from her husband, friends, her lead maternity carer and lactation consultant Jackie. In addition to giving Iona donor milk, Tai had to pump milk regularly as well as latch Iona to naturally stimulate her own supply. “It was really hard work. There was a lot of pain deep in my breast tissue which is unusual and made it uncomfortable and on top of it all, Iona was a frequent feeder so it wasn't often I wasn't breastfeeding,” she says. One year later Tai is pleased to say she is still breastfeeding Iona who is now an energetic and bubbly 15-month-old toddler, and is more than happy to share her experience. “I was relieved to get to the 12 month mark after everything we
Blenheim midwife Tai Dixon is thrilled to still be breastfeeding her toddler, Iona.
went through,” smiles Tai. “Iona is still breastfeeding well in addition to eating solids and it's my
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"It's not only about the nutritional and health benefits of breastfeeding but it's about the connection you have with your child. “Knowing that you are giving them what they need to grow, be healthy and that it's completely natural and perfect for them is so special,” she says. Although Tai's personal views support exclusive breastfeeding, as a midwife she is supportive of women's choices. “Speaking as a mother it was really important to me that Iona didn't have any formula at all and that she was naturally breastfed.” “But speaking as a midwife, I will always support the decisions of mothers no matter how they choose to feed their babies, as long as they have all the information,” she says. Anyone wanting information and/or support for breastfeeding are encouraged to talk to their midwives and Well Child providers, or can contact Marlborough Lactation Consultant Jackie Martin at her clinic on (03) 520 9979.
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By Adam Poulopoulos Two sets of Blenheim siblings will take time later this year to remember the 100th anniversary of their grandfather's death during WWI. Keith Hall and Lyn Hodgson, and their cousins David Hall and Liz Anderson, are all descendants of Harry Frank Hall, a navyman who was killed on September 22, 1914. The quartet have all been to Britain previously to remember their grandfather, but plan to mark the centenary by meeting up locally this time. David said it would be important to take time to remember Harry's sacrifices. "It's very emotional to be over there and see where they lived, worked, did things and the environment they were living in." Harry was one of 1459 British reservists killed while on patrol, in three British Royal Navy cruisers recalled to action for the war. The boats were shot down by a German submarine off the Dutch coast, in an attack that only took about an hour to execute. Forty-six of the total killed were stationed on HMS Hogue, Harry's boat. Harry's death also led to his ancestors making the trip to start a new life in New Zealand. As part of a British Government scheme, Harry's two sons, 16 and 14 at the time, emigrated to New Zealand to join Flock House, an agricultural training school in the lower North Island. "It's very emotional. None of us would be here if he hadn't been killed," Liz said. "They left for the other side of the world not knowing anybody."
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Skiing injury At 4.15pm on Saturday the Nelson Marlborough Rescue Helicopter was dispatched to Rainbow ski field, where a Blenheim mum had suffered an arm injury while skiing with her children. The 39-year-old was airlifted to Wairau Hospital. The chopper also airlifted an injured man from Pelorus Sound on Friday night. The man, a Moenui Bay resident aged in his 70’s, had suffered a leg injury after falling backwards down some stairs. He flown to Wairau Hospital in a stable condition.
Movie fundraiser Tickets are selling fast for the PORSE one day for child cancer movie night. The screening is of ‘Mrs Brown’s Boys D’Movie at Top Town Cinemas tomorrow night at 6:30. If you would like to purchase a ticket, contact PORSE Blenheim. Harry Hall's descendants, back: David Hall and Keith Hall and front: Liz Anderson and Lyn Hodgson, with some of Harry's memorabilia.
The incident caused an outcry and affected the public's confidence in the British Government in the war's early stages. David said the Royal Navy changed some protocols following the incident. "When the first ship was torpedoed the second and third ones came in to pick up
A Marlborough District Council ranger is assisted by police in removing graffiti from the old movie theatre building.
survivors, and they were sitting ducks. "After that the navy changed the rule and didn't allow ships to pick up survivors." A commemoration for the three cruisers is being held at the Historic Dockyard Chatham, in Kent, on September 22.
Top names The top 20 Maori baby names for last year have been released in association with Maori Language Week 2014, Te Wiki o te Reo Maori. The most popular Maori baby names for 2013 were Nikau for boys and Aria for girls.
Arrests made over tagging Marlborough police have arrested three teenagers in relation to recent tagging in the area. A 16-year-old boy has been charged with Burglary and Wilful Damage regarding a break-in and graffiti at A&P Park recently, and other graffiti damage around town. He has been referred to Youth
Aid. Meanwhile, a 19-year-old male labourer has been charged with Wilful Damage relating to graffiti on the old Movie Theatre in Maxwell Road, while a 17-year-old was also arrested. Both have been bailed to appear at the Blenheim District Court on August 4.
Marlborough Area Commander Inspector Simon Feltham said police have been investigating the recent spate of tagging intensively. "Wilful damage around our town affects everybody and the young people of Marlborough need to get the message that Police will not turn a blind eye to this sort of offending."
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SBS Blenheim country’s best Staff at SBS Bank Blenheim are delighted after the branch was crowned New Zealand's best. They were named the best branch in the 17-strong SBS stable at the bank's ball in Invercargill on Saturday night. The award was given on results taken over various objectives, including lending, funding and new clients. It took into account events during the 2013-14 financial year, which ended on March 31. Blenheim branch manager Greg Stretch said it was nice to be celebrated in front of their peers. "The team has worked really hard in the last financial year, and it's great to have that recognised. "I'm really proud of the team's contribution during the last 12 months." SBS Blenheim also won the award back in 2012, but this was the first year a trophy was presented.
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Safety message hits home By Kristy Martin New signage at the Springlands roadworks asking drivers to consider the lives of the contractors is tugging at the heartstrings of the community. The childlike signs, which say ‘Please slow down, my Dad works here’, are helping drivers to see the real cost of endangering the lives of the workers onsite. Cont ractors Fu lton Hogan and Marlborough Roads have repeatedly asked drivers to slow down at the Middle Renwick Road intersections of Boyce Street and Battys Road while two new
roundabouts are constructed. The reduced speed limit is 30km/h. While no one had been injured, Fulton Hogan contracting department manager Dave Grigor said it was an incredibly busy road and urged drivers to be patient. “That’s our guys’ workplace, and so drivers need to be careful. “Going through there at 50km/h instead of 30km/h makes a huge difference.” On Friday last week, the first roundabout, at Boyce Street, became operational. Marlborough Roads
highway manager Frank Porter said the temporary roundabout in operation at Boyce Street would provide practicable traffic flows through the area while permanent roundabout construction works are being undertaken. The uneven surface had also helped slow drivers down, Mr Grigor said, which was a good thing. Excavation work on the Battys Road roundabout commenced yesterday and will continue into next week. While still incomplete, both temporary roundabouts could be in opera- New signage in Springlands urges drivers to tion by August 11. consider the lives of the workers.
Precious first birthday gift By Kristy Martin Staff at Mango Restaurant in Blenheim celebrated one year in business last Thursday. But rather than receiving gifts, they were the ones giving them out. The generous team at the Indian and Malaysian restaurant on Maxwell Road decided to hold a celebratory dinner and donate all the profits to the Marlborough Community Foodbank. Owner and head chef Pratap Singh said the community had supported Mango through its first year in Blenheim and, as a team, they wanted to give something back. He said about 130 people attended the dinner and they raised $1500. Foodbank manager Wynnie Cosgrove said the money would go toward purchasing meat and milk powder for food parcels to be delivered to those in need. “We’re very happy,” she said about the donation. “It was really good of Mango to do this.” The Marlborough Community Foodbank is a not-for-profit group that relies heavily on grants and donations from the
Celebrating one year in business were Mango Restaurant staff Birbal Singh, Randeep Bror and Pratap Singh, pictured with Wynnie Cosgrove from the Foodbank.
community. Last financial year, they gave out 1650 food parcels, which contain basic items such as meat, cereal, pasta and rice.
Their big fundraiser for the year is the street appeal, which takes place in November, and sees volunteers hitting the streets to collect non-perishable food items.
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Marlborough Malaya veterans’ commemoration A memorial service will be held at the Blenheim War Memorial clock tower at 11am tomorrow, to mark the cessation of hostilities in the Malayan Emergency. New Zealand forces served in the 12 years of the Malayan Conflict alongside troops from Malaya, Australia, Rhodesia, Fiji and Britain. New Zealand began marking Malayan Veterans Day in 2012. Last year, it was celebrated for the first time in Marlborough and the local association has now decided it will hold an annual ceremony to commemorate the cessation of hostilities in July 1960. Marlborough Mayor Alistair Sowman will give a short speech of welcome followed by an address by Peter Callahan, founding member of the Marlborough Malayan Veterans’ Association. Seymour Street, between High Street and Alfred Street, will be closed from 10:30am to 12:15pm. There will be no parking on the same stretch of road from 8am tomorrow morning. In the event of wet weather, the services will be held at the RSA Lounge, Clubs of Marlborough.
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Council - show us a sign of good faith So the council has made a huge surplus, in the millions apparently and yet my husband and I received another rates rise in the mail earlier in the year. Plus there is talk of more rates rises. So what the heck is going on! You are making millions off us rate payers, and still trying to take more! Why? My husband works 50 plus hours every week, and I am having to work part time in addition to raising two young children which costs me in childcare, extra petrol, extra car costs etc.
The list of costs is rising every month, and now our rates are rising too. So council... I want you to know that the next rates rise you send our way will be cutting into our family’s food budget. That’s food from my children’s mouth! So why don’t you think long and hard about what you are taking from us, and perhaps show some good faith and cut our rates instead of banking all those millions. C. Alexander
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Dear Ed, People today talk in millions and seem to try and rip people off. Us poorer folks are lucky to get any great refunds, yet they are encouraged to save and yes buy a house. But it’s hard to watch these young women having to leave their children to work, so they can afford a mortgage. Both mothers and children suffer. I watch these lovely woman rushing every morning to get their children to childcare. When years ago us mothers had time to listen to Aunt Daisy and other serials. What a big change in such a little while. K Warren
It’s obvious! Dear Ed, I cannot understand all this debate about the colleges situation. For me, the solution has to be single-sex education, otherwise learning in Marlborough could suffer. It is clear they need to be upgraded, but we already have co-educational learning in the region with Queen Charlotte College. Surely parents should have the option to send their kids to either single-sex or co-ed schooling? Hopefully they build two separate colleges. Anon
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We know her as Pom Pom the Clown, but there is a lot more to Sandra McNeilly than meets the eye. Adam Poulopoulos went to find out a bit more the woman behind the makeup, and her new venture. Pom Pom the clown is an icon, entertaining kids and adults around Marlborough for the last 15 years. It seems strange to think that for Sandra McNeilly, life has not always been about blow-up animals and a big red nose. Born in Lower Hutt, just outside Wellington, Sandra worked in retail for many years before coming to Marlborough 25 years ago. It was a spell as young son Matthew’s ‘assistant,’ setting up and packing down his magic shows, that piqued her interest in entertaining. “I made sure I enjoyed his childhood because he’s interested in music and drama like I am. “I took him to his shows and enjoyed it very much.” As Matthew’s voice dropped, so did his interest in all things magical. “He gave up when he was 14, and I felt it
would be a shame to waste all the props,” Sandra said. “So I reinvented myself as Pom Pom the clown.” Sandra started from scratch, learning how to make balloon animals and perform basic tricks out of a library book. “It’s nice in this day and age of technology kids still like a balloon made into an animal,” she said. While kids are her main audience, they are by no means her only clientele. Recently she performed for 40 residents at her mother’s rest home in Lower Hutt. “My mum wasn’t actually very well, so she slept through the whole thing, but the rest of them loved it,” she said. “It’s interesting, some of the places you get asked to go. “It could be someone’s lounge room, or it could be a millionaire-type mansion.”
Countless birthday parties and work Christmas functions later, she still can’t believe how things worked out. “I would never have thought it possible. “I was actually very shy as a child. Anything like that would have freaked me out.” As the years have passed, Pom Pom has acquired some new tricks, but the outfit has remained much the same. Sandra said it now takes her only 15 minutes to get dressed and ready for a show, but the flip side is children have started to see through the disguise. “Sometimes in the supermarket a kid will come u to me and say ‘hello Pom Pom.’ “I don’t look all that different. I probably look like a clown all the time!” Marlborough’s younger kids are seeing her in a new light at the moment, as with Rikki the orangutan puppet, she is performing a new show.
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Rikki, who has been imported from America, is helping her educate children on the dangers palm oil cultivation pose to the primates. “My daughter adopted a couple of orangutans in Australia,” Sandra said. “I Just thought it would be quite interesting if preschoolers and young kids were made aware of how orangutans are in danger now.” It is not the first time Sandra has diversified. In the past she was Careful Carol and Safety Sally, telling children how to stay safe around the road. However, it is as Pom Pom she is best known, and she has no plans to hang up the clown boots just yet. “It’s always good to bring joy to someone’s day. “I don’t think there are enough clowns in the world.”
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Group has eyes on theatrefest By Adam Poulopoulos The Havelock Theatre Company hopes its new production will propel them into the reckoning for a regional theatre competition. The company is performing 'St Anthony's Fire,' playwright Rick Edmonds' latest creation. The season begins on the night of Saturday, August 2, with evening performances the following Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. A matinee performance will also be held on Sunday. Judges from TheatreFest, a Theatre New Zealand festival, will be attend-
ing the Saturday performance. The company hopes their play will be good enough to take them to the upper South Island finals, to be held in Christchurch from August 15 to 17. Mr Edmonds said the play could be described as "part dark comedy, part mystery." It follows the consequences of five friends getting stuck in a remote Sounds bach during a storm. Secretary Ian Cameron said he had enjoyed being involved in the play. “I think it's quite unlike plays we've done before or that Rick's
done before. There's a lot of depth to it, and I've really enjoyed being involved.” Bladen Wines is providing complimentary drinks on the opening night, while bread rolls and hot soup will be served at every performance. The Sun is giving away two sets of two complimentary tickets for any night of your choosing. Just come into the office at 72 High Street for more information. George (Robert Stillion) and Richard (Ian Cameron) confront Jon (Piers Throssell.)
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The benefits of physical yoga practice By Sharon Thatcher RYT Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to be fit or flexible to do physical yoga. In fact, the likes of yoga Therapy or a gentle Yin Yoga class can be life-changing for those with structural problems, injuries and lack of mobility and flexibility. The physical practice of yoga is called Hatha Yoga. These days you will find many 'styles' of yoga such as Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Iyengar, Bikram and Hot Yoga, but they all stem from the original physical practice of Hatha Yoga. The difference is in the interpretation of the poses and movement, and focus of the style. Some styles focus on alignment of the body and holding poses for a long time, while others will flow through movement and poses quickly. There are also gentler styles of yoga such as Yin Yoga where the focus is on stretching the body in an
unforceful way. The benefits of Yoga differ slightly, depending on the style of Yoga you take up. In a more dy namic practice, the body becomes strong, and over time, flexible. A gentler approach will allow for quicker flexibility and encourages mobility in the joints. Think of the physical practice of Yoga as being the means and tools to realign and rebalance the body. You take responsibility for your body, becoming your own body mechanic instead of having to pay someone else to do it. Once your body is finely tuned, you will find that you have much less chance of injuries and illness. Prevention and care is by far the best medicine for the body. Sharon is a Yoga Alliance internationally certified yoga teacher with her own private studio. She teaches a variety of classes, from gentle Yin Yoga, to dynamic blended style yoga classes. She is also qualified in teaching pregnancy and post pregnancy, and has new pregnancy classes starting mid-August.
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What’s happening down Start your day enjoying a hot coffee before taking in some of the sights along Maxwell Road. So many beautifully dressed windows are beckoning for you to explore while the smiles of the business owners within make shoppers feel welcome and valued. Tax Link sits at the corner of Maxwell Road and Seymour Street, providing a huge range of services by a local team of professionals. Further down is newly refurbished business Hair By Kardos, open for anyone to call in to meet
the team and make an appointment. Something for families, Bowtique recently opened its doors selling and buying second-hand children’s and babies’ clothing and accessories, while Christian Book and Music Centre has an exciting stock range for all ages. Vogue Hair Stylists has a friendly and professional team waiting to introduce you to a fresh new style. The next time you head out shopping make sure you visit Maxwell Road.
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Kardos makeover complete By Adam Poulopoulos A Blenheim hair salon has moved back into their refurbished premises after recent flooding forced them out. Hot water coming from a pipe which burst on June 23 damaged some of Hair by Kardos’ equipment and the interior of their Maxwell Road property. Five weeks later, the team has moved back into a salon with new tiles, carpet, stock shelves and repainted walls. Owner Donna Tupoutoa said staff were shocked when they saw the damage. “The girls came to work on Monday, and there was probably five or six centimetres of water in the main salon. “Deb (manager Debbie Jensen) opened the door and she was met with a gush of water.” While their building was being redone, Kardos worked out of 2 Style Hair Design’s Scott Street premises. Donna said there were no
Alex Williams and Donna Tupoutoa are back doing business out of 28 Maxwell Road.
problems with the arrangement. “It was very good of them, because we have six stylists here. “We had lots of fun, and lots of laughs. There were no hassles.” Alex Williams, who runs her business Alexandra’s Beauty Boutique out of the same premises, has also returned. Alex, who only started the business about two months
ago, has continued to work through mobile appointments in the meantime. She said she was glad to be back. “I kinda just got going then had this happen. “Being in a salon, we had a lot of people getting their hair done, so I missed out on those clients. “It’s good to have my own space back!”
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Friends and family are welcome at any time, and can share a meal, a coffee or some of our entertainment – 7 days a week. Some people bring their pets to visit, to the amusement of our resident cat (called Trouble!) We would be delighted to have the opportunity to talk with you about our care. Please phone our care home manager, Kathy Hargreaves, or feel free to drop in any time.
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PATCHETT: Dave and Loren (nee Andrews) are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their new baby girl, Rosie Anne (7lb 11oz) on July 22, 2014 at Wairau Hospital. Special thanks to midwife Gerry Lawson and all the wonderful, helpful staff at Ward One.
LANG: Cameron and Hayley are pleased to announce the safe arrival of their son Carter James (8lb 6oz) on July 25, 2014 at Wairau Hospital. Grandson of Trina and Gavin Nichols and Peter and Lynette Lang. Special thanks to our midwife Cathy Middleton and all the staff on the ward.
BLAMPIED-LANE: Nick and Sarah are happy to announce the safe arrival of Edward Booker Blampied-Lane (7lb 11oz) born at 9:04am on Thursday July 24, 2014. A little brother for Amelia and Sophie. Thanks to Gerry Lawson, Helen Crampton and all the staff at Ward One.
SYKES: Eddie and Nic are proud to announce the arrival of their beautiful daughter and little sister to Devin and Ethan, Aubree Fay on July 21, 2014 at 6:22am, weighing 8lbs 1oz, length 52cm. Huge thanks to Nicky Taylor and the amazing team at Wairau Hospital. Photo provided.
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WILLIAMS: Kim and Richard are proud to announce the safe arrival of their beautiful baby boy, Jackson Lee (7lb 13oz) born July 27, 2014 at 9:58am at Wairau Hospital. A little brother for Jaydin. Special thanks to all the midwives and nurses at Ward One, and to Dr Alec Ekeroma for Jackson’s safe delivery.
STAPLES-WORNER: Jarred Worner and Holly Staples would like to announce the safe arrival of their first son Zachary Malcolm (8lb 3oz)on July 10, 2014 at 10:48am at Wairau Hospital. A brother for Bella Zeta. Special thanks to midwife Shona Wills, the friends and family that were there and all the staff at the maternity ward. Photo provided.
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Marina work wins supreme award Construction of Stage three of Port Marlborough’s Picton Marina Inner Basin Redevelopment has achieved the Supreme Award at the Contractor of the Year Awards 2014, held in Nelson on Saturday night. Higgins Contractors Nelson were rewarded with the top trophy after winning the Hynds category Award for projects valued over $1.5 million earlier in the evening. The awards are held annually by the Nelson/Marlborough branch of the New Zealand Contractors’ Federation to recognise the work of local firms, and this year saw more than 30 entries across a range of contract values and geographic areas from Golden Bay to Christchurch. Judges assessed all aspects of the project including planning, execution, client liaison, interaction with the public and other stakeholders, health and safety, environmental management, and the quality of
the finished project. Particular challenges met on the Picton project included building a new launching ramp and excavating the new portion of marina basin in the ‘dry’ before the bund was breached and the new area was flooded with sea water. The redevelopment had to be undertaken in an area where public pedestrian and traffic access had to be maintained and was in a high profile location. Upgrading the marina entrance from Waikawa Road posed a unique challenge, requiring the Memorial Gateway to be widened by four metres by moving the northern pillar and rock wall. The pillar weighs in excess of 20 tonnes and is clad in unique local stone, so careful relocation was no easy feat. In announcing the Supreme award for the Picton Marina project, the judges particularly commented on the final appearance
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Port Marlborough’s Picton Marina Inner Basin redevelopment has won a supreme award. Photos supplied.
World Breastfeeding Week 2014 August 1-7
Nothing is more natural There’s nothing more natural and healthy for your baby than being breastfed. Breastfeeding helps lay the foundations of a healthy life for a baby – and it’s good for your health and wellbeing too. Benefits for baby - Breast milk is easily digested. It’s immediately available and always fresh. - If you eat a healthy diet, then your breast milk provides baby with a perfect blend of nutrients and protective antibodies (although it doesn’t replace the need for immunisations). - Breastfeeding helps your baby grow and develop physically and emotionally. - Breastfeeding and breast milk help protect your baby from chest infections, meningitis, ear infections and urine infections. - Breastfeeding decreases the risk of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI, also known as sudden infant death syndrome or SIDS). It’s also linked to lower hospitalisation rates. - Breastfeeding and breast milk may protect baby from chronic tummy problems and some childhood cancers. They may also be less likely to get allergies, eczema or asthma.
Benefits for mothers - Breastfeeding helps you recover from birth. - Skin-to-skin contact is a wonderful way to start intimately connecting with your baby. - Breastfeeding may reduce your risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer, ovarian cancer, osteoporosis and hip fracture later in life. - Breastfeeding may help you lose weight gained during pregnancy. Exclusive breastfeeding - Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended until your baby is around six months old – this means that since birth, your baby has only had breast milk (from the breast or expressed) and prescribed medicines. - If your baby is exclusively breastfed, then breast milk meets all their fluid requirements. They don’t need water or any other drinks or food until they’re around six months old. - After six months, exclusive breastfeeding is not enough for your baby to grow and develop. You should introduce complementary foods (solids) and also continue breastfeeding until they’re at least one year or older. - When you’re away from your baby, try to ensure they’re fed with expressed breast milk rather than infant formula.
Why breastfeed a toddler? Because from 12-23 months of age, 448ml of breastmilk per day provides the following: • 29% of energy requirements • 43% of protein requirements
• 36% of calcium requirements • 75% of vitamin A requirements • 94% of vitamin B12 requirements • 60% of vitamin C requirements
Marlborough’s 2014 Big Latch On event will be held this Friday at the Clubs of Marlborough thanks to the collaboration between Plunket and the NMDHB This is an event that welcomes all breastfeeding mothers and their partners/ supporters. Registration is at 10am and the Big Latch On begins at 10:30am with morning tea provided. This is an international annual event that highlights the importance of breastfeeding.
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People of all ages went to St Mary’s Church Hall for the Marlborough Craft Collective Mid Winter Market on Saturday.
Alice Pitt, 5, came from Picton with mum Nicola Beaman.
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Emily Rutledge, 10, and Kat Rutledge at the Ibicci sta ll. Emily decorated some of the coo kies for the event.
Russell O’Donnell and son Zane, 3 months. Alec Christey and Megan Lowen with Luarna Christey, 7 months, having a nap.
Radio seminar As part of the Marlborough Museum’s winter series, John Neal gave a presentation on the use of radio in WWI and WWII on Sunday.
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SBS Ball SBS employees and partners got all dressed up to attend the bank’s national ball in Invercargill on Saturday night. Photos supplied.
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take up your cause to ensure your rights are respected, listen to your concerns and support you in the actions you want to take to gain resolution. Ph: 5795304 or call at Level 2, Aorere House, 54 Scott St.
Blenheim Healing Rooms - Open 1st & 3rd Saturdays every month. 11.00am - 1pm. Stonewood Homes Office, 68 High Street. Free Christian healing prayers available to anyone. Phone 578 9704. Family/Whanau for information/ advocacy/support - For families living with mental illness/addictions please contact– Supporting Families in Marlborough - Cheryl, Lyn, Karina or Sandra on 577 5491 or visit us at 4 Scott Street.
Havelock Theatre St Anthonys Fire - At Havelock Town Hall 2-8 Aug 7.30pm 4 Aug 1.30pm Hot soup included in ticket Ph 574 2590 for information.
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Sheets ‘n’ Things - Good used linen for sale! Open Monday to Friday 9.00am – 3.00pm at Bread of Life, 14b Stephenson Street (opp Boys College) Phone: 577-5423. St Christopher’s Goodwill - Friday 1st. August. 9 am - Noon at the Church Hall Redwoodtown (opp Countdown) Usual bargains good used clothing, household goods and books.
The Blue Door - Open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.30pm. Saturday 9.00am - 2pm. Item surplus to your requirements we would gladly accept. We can deliver. Phone 579 4353.
The Hospice Shop - We have a great Housie - Thursday 7pm Blenheim Bowling array of items coming into the shop daily from
Club, 40 houses, 2 supers, raffles and meals clothing thru to furniture, check us out . 78 from 5.30pm. Proceeds to Te Rerenga o Te Ra Cleghorn St Redwoodtown Village.
community services Marlborough After Hours GP Services: Wairau Hospital campus, after 6pm. Reception 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non urgent 579 4870. After Hours Chemists: Springlands Pharmacy 9am-6pm, 7 days. Ph 578 2271. Diabetes Marlborough Inc: 5775549, Office hours 9am-3pm, Monday - Friday Lifeline Marlborough: 0800 543 354, 24hr helpline. Marlborough Women's Refuge, Rape and Sexual Abuse Resource Centre: Crisis line, phone Wairau Hospital 520 9999, for Women's Refuge contact numbers. Overeaters Anonymous: For more information. Ph 570 5137 Alcoholics Anonymous: Rose 5777651, Harvey 578 8125. Citizens Advice Bureau - Free, friendly, confidential advice. Mon - Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Phone 578 4272. Victim Support: 0800 VICTIM (0800 842 846) Al-Anon: Help for families & friends of alcoholics.
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Ph Margaret 021 0260 7468 or Cilla 570 5335. Alzheimers Society Marlborough: 577 6172, 8 Wither Rd. Open Monday - Friday, 8.30 - 4.30pm Hospital Visiting Hours: Wairau Hospital: Daily 11.30am-7.30pm, children under 12 may visit parents only. Maternity Ward: 10am-Noon, 4pm-7pm. Children's Ward: Daily 10am-8pm. Visiting at all times is subject to the discretion of the nurse in charge of the ward. Marlborough Family Budgeting: - Free confidential budgeting advice. Monday-Friday. Phone 578 2006. Marlborough Lupus Support: For more information phone Katrina 572 4333 or 021 502 451. PICTON Doctor: Phone weekend doctor 573 6092 or Marlborough After Hours GP Service 520 6377. Office 520 9980. Ambulance: Urgent 111. Non-urgent 579 4870. Chemist:Picton Healthcare Pharmacy. Ph 573 6420 Mon -Fri 9-6pm, Sat 9-2pm, Queen Charlotte Pharmacy 573 7927 Sat 9-1pm.
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death notices STEVENSON, Reginald David (Steve): 05.03.1938 - 23.07.2014: Returned Serviceman, Royal Australian Navy, Petty Officer R 51693. Peacefully at home, on July 23 2014. Aged 76 years. Loved husband of Ani Enoka Josephine (Jo), loved father and father-in-law of Moana, and Jolene (deceased); Linda, and Gary and Sharon, and loved grandfather of Tanerau, Ani-Kea and Reihana of Dubbo Australia, and his other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loved brother of Mervin, Teddy, Patrica (Pat) (deceased), Kevin and Oliver (Olly), all of Australia. Loved son-in-law of Hamarama (Lamie) and Vera (both deceased), brother-in-law of Gloria and Terry, Albert and Sandy, Mihi (deceased), Jim and Lottie, Henry and J.J. (deceased), Lou and Lyell, Pam, Gloria and Stan, Rama and Jay, Helen and Andre (Henry, deceased). Loving uncle of all his nieces and nephews in New Zealand and Australia. In lieu of flowers, please give koha to the Child Cancer Foundation, c/- 26A Stephenson Street, Blenheim 7201. Messages may be sent to 130 Charles Street Blenheim 7201. A funeral service will be held at the Mayfield Chapel, cnr Hutcheson and Parker Streets Blenheim 2pm Thursday July 31, followed by cremation at the Sowman Crematorium. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz KERERU, Kawana (Hapi): 25.1.1935 - 24.7.2014, surrounded by his family. Beloved and adored life partner of Sissy Hapakuku, loved and respected stepfather, cherished pop to his mokos, and adored brother and uncle. Rest Easy. Messages may be sent to c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. A service has been held this day at the Wairau Pa. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
LONG, Donald Harris (Don): On Tuesday July 29 2014 passed away, peacefully, at Hospice Marlborough after a long illness. Aged 90 years. Formerly of Pinehaven and General Motors. Loving husband of the late Helen, much loved father to Joan and Paul, Lilian and Mike, Roland and the late Malawai, the late Wilmer and Ann, Ada and Ed, Ali and Bruce, Sarah and Steve, Maureen and Kevin, Oliver and Suzanne, Poto and Ken. Adored Grannydaddy to his 27 grandchildren and 33 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Messages to the Long family, c/- PO Box 110, Blenheim 7240. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Marlborough would be appreciated and may be sent to PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240. A family service for Don will be held at 76 Pinehaven Road, Upper Hutt at 6.30pm Friday August 1. A funeral service for Don will be held at St David’s Presbyterian Church, 2 Britannia Street, Petone at 10.30am Saturday August 2, followed by cremation. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, BLENHEIM FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
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McKENZIE, June: On Wednesday July 23 2014, at home in Blenheim. Loved wife of Dougald, eldest daughter of the late Eddie and Edith Porter (deceased) (Maungakaramea), and sister of Murray (deceased), Rex, Marjorie and Beverley. Messages to 25 Percy Street, Blenheim 7201. At June’s request, a private service has already been held. GEOFFREY T SOWMAN, FDANZ Tel 03 578 4719 www.sowmans.co.nz
interment DOROTHY ANN BURNELL 14.9.1937 - 18.8.2011 Ashes Interment Upper Wairau Cemetery Waihopai Valley Road. Tuesday August 5, at 3pm.
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Relief Teachers Required Teachers willing to join our pool of long and short term relievers in all subjects are invited to register with the College. Current NZ teacher registration is essential. Please contact Julian Adamson Telephone: 5208457 Marlborough Playcentre Association
Centre Support Worker wanted Would you like to support a family organisation that empowers adults and children to work, play, learn and grow together? If your answer is Yes!, then we may have a part time position for you, working to support our Playcentres in the Marlborough Association area.
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Arborist Vegetation Coordinator Marlborough Lines Contracting is a progressive electrical contracting business providing high quality services to the Marlborough region. We are seeking applications from individuals with Arboricultural experience and good administration skills If you are a motivated individual looking for a career in this exciting industry, you can obtain a job description and application form by contacting our reception on 03 577 7007. Alternatively you can email us at info@linesmarl.co.nz or download them from our website www.marlboroughlines.co.nz. Completed applications and CV should be returned to:
General Manager – Contracting Marlborough Lines Ltd PO Box 144 Blenheim 7240 Applications close Wednesday 6 August 2014
To apply for the position or to find out more please contact Marlborough.assn@ playcentre.org.nz or Marlborough Playcentre Association, P O Box 807, Blenheim Applications close on Friday 8 August.
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DIRECTORS - MARLBOROUGH LINES LTD The Marlborough Electric Power Trust is the sole shareholder of Marlborough Lines Limited on behalf of electricity consumers in the Marlborough region. The Trust is currently seeking to appoint Directors to the Board of Marlborough Lines Limited. Marlborough Lines owns 3,300 km of network lines to over 24,500 connections in the region and currently employs 180 staff. It also has similar network investments in Otago, Nelson and Bay of Plenty regions and operates successful contracting businesses in Marlborough, Otago and Southland. Candidates should bring to these roles a track record of previous governance experience, broad commercial and financial acumen and, ideally, some understanding of the electricity industry or regulated sectors. A degree in electrical engineering may be advantageous. The ability to move up to the Board Chairman’s role in a few years, would also be a desirable attribute. It is not a pre-requisite that the appointees reside in the Marlborough region, but an affinity for and understanding of local issues is desirable and there is a preference for the Chair to reside locally. While one of two existing Directors, retiring by rotation, may apply, the Trust will appoint the best qualified and experienced applicants.
Please apply to Paul Stannard at RAP Consulting, without delay. Enquiries to Paul Stannard on 022 3861 754 or wellington@rap.net.nz. All applications will be treated in confidence. Applications close 5pm Monday, 11 August 2014.
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VINEYARD SUPERVISOR Thornhill Horticultural Contracting is a well-established, large supplier of labour to the Viticulture industry in Marlborough. Thornhill is a registered Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) recruiting specific staff from New Zealand, Thailand and the Pacific Islands, to fulfil the needs of its valued vineyard clients.
We currently have a position available for a Vineyard Supervisor. Applicants must have the following: • At least three years experience • Be able to report to management and complete paperwork on time • Reliable and have a tidy work ethic • Preference will be given to an experienced Supervisor, but is not essential as full training will be given. • Be able to work long hours when required • Have excellent communication skills • A good understanding of RSE policy • Clean drivers license
A vehicle in Dillons Point Road had its tail lights removed and taken earlier this week. The vehicle had been parked in the driveway of the property.
Wilful damage
Overnight on Saturday there were several instances of wilful damage in the Dillons Point Road and Elizabeth Street area.
Letterboxes, house windows and vehicle windows all damaged. There have been a spate of these attacks in the same area in recent weeks.
He remained in custody until he was sober and was then released with a pre-charge warning.
Mac attack
At 1.10pm on Friday, a 21-yearold woman was arrested in Goodman Street for assaulting another woman. She was given a pre-charge warning and released when she had calmed down.
At 3am a 20-year-old forestry worker was arrested on Main Street for fighting. He was one of a large group that were fighting outside McDonald’s. The man received a pre-charge warning and was released when sober.
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At 1am o n S aturday, a 30-year-old vineyard worker was arrested for disorderly behaviour.
At 5.53pm on Sunday, a 26-year-old man was arrested at a Hutcheson Street property for being in possession of
cannabis utensils. He will appear in the Blenheim District Court on August 11.
Wallet stolen
Overnight on Saturday an insecure vehicle parked in South Street was entered and a wallet was taken.
Bad behaviour
Blenheim police dealt with a number of disorderly incidents in Scott Street, Main Street and New Renwick Road on the weekend. They said all incidents were fuelled by alcohol.
Picton police are looking for the owner of this walking stick, which was handed in to the police station two weeks ago. The stick is quite distinctive, says watchhouse officer Mary Cooper, who asked the owner to call in at the station or phone 03 520 3120. Photo supplied.
In the first instance, please forward a brief email to john@thornhillnz. co.nz no later than no later than 8th August 2014 explaining previous work history and contact details.
Fleet Service Person Required
Tyreland Blenheim is the only top of the south owned and operated tyre retailer servicing both the retail and commercial sectors in Blenheim. During our 16 years in business we have grown from a staff of two to now employ 6 people and supply and service tyres on machinery all over Marlborough. We are looking for a new staff member to join our fleet service section and service our ever growing commercial customer base, experience is preferred but training will be given to the right applicant. You will need to be physically fit and hold a clean current full driver’s license, as the position involves driving customers and company vehicles. It is essential that you are able to work in well with our team. This position will be well suited to those who like hands on and a sense of achievement. Due to the flexible nature of the role, hours of work, wages/overtime will all be covered at the interview stage.
Applications to be sent to Mike Johnston, Tyreland Blenheim PO Box 403 27 Main St, Blenheim email: Blenheim@tyreland.co.nz Applications via email preferred. Applications close 8th August 2014
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Yealands wins gold A Marlborough winery has been crowned the Most Socially and Environmentally Responsible Company of the Year by an international business awards programme. Yealands Family Wines picked up the gong in the Best in Biz Awards 2014 International. American care products company Nu Skin was runner-up, with Portuguese energy sector outfit Redes Energéticas Nacionais third. Founder Peter Yealands (pictured) said he was proud his company’s sustainability had been recognised on an international level. “We continually strive to improve
our sustainable practices. “For us sustainability is about using resources in a smarter way, which guarantees future supply and our profitability. “We’re conscious that our commitment needs to be tangible. Being green is an integral part of who we are, and for us it is essential to producing world-class wines.” The Best in Biz Awards were judged by 27 contributors from several business publications around the world. About 200 companies from 30 countries entered the various categories.
Sam Grono, 4, powers through during the third round of the Marlborough Fun Duathlon Series on Sunday. The event was held at the Wither Hills Farm Park. The next round is scheduled for the same venue on August 10. Photo supplied.
Competition winners Amber Neal, 7, left, and Nina Clark, 5, were two of the winners in the Blenheim Sun’s ABC’s of Animals colouring competition. Children were asked to colour in animals for each letter of the alphabet. Prizes included a bubble maker, six-in-one solar-powered kit set and vouchers.
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Sport inbrief CYCLING Olympic bronze medallist Simon van Velthooven claimed silver in the one kilometre time trial at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow over the weekend. However, he was unable to make the final of the keirin.
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Tom Murray, far left, and the men’s eight. Inset: Sophie MacKenzie, left, and Zoe McBride celebrate their win.
Marlborough rowers have golden touch By Adam Poulopoulos Marlborough rowers Sophie MacKenzie and Tom Murray are on cloud nine after winning gold at the World Rowing Under-23 Championships in Varese, Italy. MacKenzie and teammate Zoe McBride won the lightweight double sculls final in just under seven minutes. They beat the second-placed Romanian crew by over four seconds. Murray’s men’s eight crew won their race in a time of 5 minutes and 29 seconds, about one and a half seconds ahead of second-placed Australia. MacKenzie said the win was made even
more special by the fact she had won bronze twice before in the event. “To finally reach the top and have one of my best races was really special. “I find it hard to remember a race after it’s finished. You’re just so in-the-zone, and it becomes a blur. “My main thought throughout the regatta was ‘this is your last shot at this. Third time, go smash it and don’t hold back.” She said she was delighted to win gold in front of her parents, who had made the trip to watch. MacKenzie now heads to Slovenia to train with new crewmate Julia Edward
in preparation for the Rowing World Championships in Amsterdam next month. She said she was looking forward to rubbing shoulders with rowers like Mahe Drysdale. She does not expect to return home until September. A former Marlborough Boys’ College pupil, Murray returned to the championships having won gold in the same race in Austria last year. Favoured to win, they withstood a strong challenge from the American, then Australian crews in the final.
Marlborough gymnast Anna Tempero recovered from her leg infection in time to compete at the Commonwealth Games. Her artistic gymnastics team lay seventh overnight after four disciplines. Mens’ representative Matthew Palmer was also in action. His team is also seventh after three disciplines.
RUGBY SEVENS Former Waitohi and Tasman Makos representative Bryce Heem has had to settle for silver at the Commonwealth Games. The New Zealand rugby sevens team were beaten 17-12 by South Africa in the gold medal match. Heem was sent off for two minutes during the game.
SQUASH Marlborough's Megan Craig was beaten in straight sets by world number one Nicol David in their round-of-16 match at the Commonwealth Games. Earlier, Craig had defeated Kenya's Safina Madhani 11-1, 11-2, 11-2. Papua new Guinea's Dorothy Boyce was beaten by Sharon Chimfwembe on Zambia in the round-of-64, and then by Welshwoman Deon Saffery in the plate round-of-32. Both women were due to start their doubles campaigns this morning, with Craig to play David again.
MARATHON Entr ies have opened for the 2014 Marlborough Marathon. The event, which has been rebranded the ‘Pak’n Save Sun Run’ will take place on Sunday, November 22, beginning at Athletic Park. For more information and to register visit www.eventplus.co.nz/register?eporg=MM14 or the Marlborough Marathon Facebook page.
Kawasaki 2014 MULE 600 2x4 Charlotte Wadsworth with Avaasha, Heidi Bulfin and Stonelea Sparkling Rose, Kym Gough and Zena Warrior and Missy Green on Xavier Cheerokee.
Galloping to glory By Adam Poulopoulos The Marlborough Endurance and Competitive Trail Riding club were the big winners at the recent national awards. The team completed a clean sweep of the CTR horse-andrider grades and were presented with the trophies in Palmerston North earlier this month. Heidi Bulfin, Missy Green and Charlotte Wadsworth came away with victories in the open,
intermediate and junior horseand-rider grades respectively, while Kym Gough claimed second in the intermediate section. Green and Wadsworth’s horses, Xavier Cheerokee and Avaasha NZL, also won their individual horse categories, while fellow member Anna Hynes’s horse, Rutherglen Jack, won the open category. Club member Bronwyn Wads-
worth said she was delighted with the results. “I’m really proud of our members. They did really well. “Marlborough generally do fairly well in CTR, but I don’t recall a clean sweep before.” Secretary Heidi Bulfin said the club’s dedication to CTR was the secret of their success. “We have real competition. We don’t just go out there for a walk in the park.
“No one wants to have a bad score.” She said the time spent looking after their horses was also a factor in their big season. During the season each regional club runs their own rides, with the points the riders accrue placed into the national pool. Each ride is scored by taking the horse’s heart rate as they cross the line and shortly after, and on a time faults basis.
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